How important is the impact factor for Catalysis journals?
The impact factor is often used as a metric to gauge the influence and prestige of a journal. It measures the average number of citations received per paper published in the journal. While the impact factor is an important consideration, it is not the sole determinant of a journal's quality. Researchers should also consider:
Scope and Audience: The journal's focus and the community it serves. Review Process Quality: The thoroughness and fairness of the peer review process. Publication Timeliness: The speed at which manuscripts are processed and published.
